Bennington High School is a high school in Bennington, Nebraska, United States, part of the Bennington Public Schools. It is a public school with an enrollment of 957 students as of the 2021–2022 school year. The school serves grades 9–12.
Serving 1,031 students in grades 9-12, Bennington High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,031 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 10% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bennington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Bennington High School's student population of 1,031 students has grown by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 72% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,031 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Bennington High School ranks within the top 30% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bennington High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#210 out of 901 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
22%
Black
4%
7%
White
85%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tuffy The Badger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bennington High School's ranking?
Bennington High School is ranked #210 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bennington High School?
The graduation rate of Bennington High School is 95%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Bennington High School?
1,031 students attend Bennington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Bennington High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bennington High School?
Bennington High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bennington High School offer ?
Bennington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bennington High School part of?
Bennington High School is part of Bennington School District.
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